We deny the parts of ourselves that we deem unacceptable rather than accepting the fact that we're all less than perfect. — Richard Carlson Copy Share Image
...when you let go of your expectations, when you accept life as it is, you're free.To hold on is to be serious and uptight.… — Richard Carlson Copy Share
“I’m merely talking about learning to be less bothered by the actions of people.” — Richard Carlson Copy Share
“slowing down your responses and becoming a better listeners aids you in becoming a more peaceful person” — Richard Carlson Copy Share
Life is a process--just one thing after another. When you lose it, just start again. — Richard Carlson Copy Share
What interferes with this peaceful feeling is our expectation of reciprocity. — Richard Carlson Copy Share
One of the most dynamic and significant changes you can make in your life is to make the commitment to drop all negative references… — Richard Carlson Copy Share
Minding your own business . . . includes [avoiding] eavesdropping, gossiping, talking behind other people's backs, and analyzing or trying to figure out other people. — Richard Carlson Copy Share
If, however, you take a moment to observe how you actually feel immediately after you criticise someone, you'll notice that you will feel a… — Richard Carlson Copy Share
“In our relationships, weatherproofing typically plays itself out like this: You meet someone and all is well. You are attracted to his or her… — Richard Carlson Copy Share
“Get Comfortable Not Knowing There once was a village that had among its people a very wise old man. The villagers trusted this man… — Richard Carlson Copy Share
The trick is to be grateful when your mood is high and graceful when it is low. — Richard Carlson Copy Share
Retirement can and will be a glorious time in your life. You'll love the freedom and ability to try new things. It's a new… — Richard Carlson Copy Share
